Army begins promotion exercise for 1,115 warrant officers in Rivers

The Nigerian Army has commenced a promotion exercise for 1,115 warrant officers in Rivers State, as part of their 2026 Warrant Officers–Master Warrant Officers Promotion Board. Held at the National Youth Service Corps Orientation Camp, Nonwa-Gbam, in Tai Local Government Area, the exercise, which began on September 2 and will conclude on September 22, encompasses various stages such as documentation, medical examinations, physical fitness tests, and oral interviews.

Major General Adewale Adekeye, the Chief of Personnel Management (Army), emphasized the importance of professionalism and fair conduct during the promotion process, stressing that candidates' health and wellbeing are paramount. The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Everest Okoro, expressed confidence in the board members' ability to deliver a fair assessment, highlighting the division's commitment to merit-based career progression and professional development.

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